Cato
boy name#2798 in 2025Cato entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #700 in 1891, ranks #2798 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#2798
rank today
#700
peak (1891)
45
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #809 |
| 1890s | #700 |
| 1910s | #2888 |
| 1920s | #3543 |
| 1930s | #3507 |
| 1940s | #2912 |
| 1950s | #3698 |
| 1960s | #3673 |
| 1970s | #5399 |
| 1980s | #6135 |
| 1990s | #8246 |
| 2000s | #9274 |
| 2010s | #5299 |
| 2020s | #3317 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Cato has been most popular in CA, TX, CO.
Living bearers
About 500 people named Cato are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cato is a kid of about 10 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cato in 2025?
- Cato ranks #2798 among US boy names in 2025, with 45 babies given the name.
- When was the name Cato most popular?
- Cato peaked in 1891, reaching #700 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cato with classmates?
- Cato will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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